What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist/Front Desk position at Michigan Kidney Consultants?
MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST & FRONT DESK
The front office medical receptionist is a dynamic clerical role where the person will interface with all patients and medical staff of Michigan Kidney Consultants.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
· Ability to answer multiple incoming telephone calls and take appropriate action
· Verify patient insurance coverage and any referrals needed at each visit
· Complete check-in and check-out process of patients, including collecting any account balance or co-payments.
· Schedule patient appointments and any supplemental lab testing needed.
· Maintain a safe, secure and organized work environment.
· Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
· Professional, courteous, calm and pleasant communication style
· Exceptional patient service, courtesy and care
· Excellent telephone etiquette and a welcoming demeanor
· Ability to handle multiple tasks coming from doctors, patients and coworkers
· Ability to maintain a calm and courteous demeanor under pressure
· Ability to problem-solve and follow up to resolve an issue to find information
· Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPPA requirements at all times
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
· High school graduate or equivalent
· Medical office experience preferred
· Knowledge of medical terminology
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
· Fluent in English
REASONING ABILITY:
· Ability to communicate clearly and calmly with every patient in order to resolve their issue, question or concern.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
· Must have current valid Michigan driver’s license.
· Must have valid automobile insurance and reliable transportation or alternative provisions.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
· Basic computer skills are required
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
· The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Performs duties in office environment during organization’s operating hours.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Nephrology
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18